Just for Laughs releases 2012 slate, including Vince Vaughn

The 2012 TBS Just for Laughs Comedy Festival has announced many of its headliners for the upcoming June fete of the funny in Chicago.

The big-house slate at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., will include "An Evening With Kevin Smith" ("Clerks") on June 14; Aziz Ansari ("Parks and Recreation"), performing June 15; and "Vince Vaughn's Comedy Showcase," featuring Vaughn and several of his favorite comics, on June 17.

Park West, 322 W. Armitage Ave. will feature Amy Schumer ("Roast of Charlie Sheen") on June 13; and a three-night stand by Stephen Merchant, best known as the co-creator of "The Office" from June 14-16. Jeffrey Ross, known for his roasts, will appear late nights on June 15 and 16.

This year, Just for Laughs will also present an off-Broadway comedy show at the Victory Gardens Biograph. Titled "Mike Birbiglia: My Girlfirend's Boyfriend," the show features Birbiglia discussing his romantic mishaps. It plays June 12-16 at 2433 N. Lincoln Ave.

Lastly, the House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St., will feature The Dan Band, featuring Dan Finnerty, on June 16.